Ex-Missouri City officer Blademir Viveros was driving at least 100 mph without lights and sirens when he crashed, killing three people, including a man detained in the back of his cruiser
A judge ruled that three Miami-Dade officers could not be prosecuted in the bystander’s death because they had reason to believe deadly force was necessary to end a confrontation with suspects
A citizen journalist was accused of illegally obtaining information from police in an arrest later ruled to be wrongful; SCOTUS upheld a ruling preventing the woman from suing officials
In the video, the man says he is trying to get the FBI’s attention by throwing “Elizabeth’s remains” in order to compel the FBI to intervene in alleged wrongdoing by Denton County officials
TSA workers are among those who have missed paychecks due to a six-week long shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security as congress disputes its funding
This year’s survey examines what officers experience during a patrol shift — from call load and backup availability to reporting time and proactive policing opportunities
EXCLUSIVES
First Responder Wellness Week is dedicated to providing resources, support and community to help public safety personnel better understand the mental and physical health risks that come with the job.
SPECIAL REPORTS
UPCOMING & ON-DEMAND EVENTS
From self-doubt to credibility tests, early-career challenges can define what comes next. This discussion explores how women navigate those pressures and build lasting career momentum
How automated reporting and synchronized dispatch and response can bridge staffing gaps and boost officer safety
How video, supported by connected data and automated tools, is shaping police response, reporting and post-incident review
The link between reduced burnout, improved retention and smarter workflows
The margin between prevention and response is shrinking — and the stakes are rising
Turn officer safety needs into competitive, fundable grant requests
Making diverse tools work together without increasing complexity
Separating myth from measurable outcomes in automated speed enforcement
Lessons from agencies that are improving efficiency, accuracy and officer safety
How to position FY26 applications for defensibility, alignment and sustainability
Empowering investigators to focus on judgment, strategy and justice
Learn to communicate your agency’s needs and avoid gaps that stall funding
INDUSTRY INSIGHTS
What Aimpoint’s first selectable multi-reticle optic gets right – and where it stands out in real-world use
With major events becoming bigger, riskier and more complex, law enforcement agencies are turning to integrated, real-time tools to manage air and ground threats
Vehicles
As demonstrations persist, a new lock can help protect the valuable and dangerous contents of police vehicles in the crossfire
What happens between the alert and the response — and why leadership decisions made early matter
This milestone makes it the most integrated Drone as First Responder system in the world
Proven approaches to reduce fentanyl overdose risk and protect staff and inmates
Reduce investigative delays by connecting officers, analysts and investigators in real time
Their maker, Visual Detection Systems, uses a novel plant-based formula to detect the deadly drug
WATCH NOW
From real-time intelligence to heat mitigation and regional mutual aid, one Kansas agency is building a team-of-teams strategy for a global event without hosting a single match
OFF DUTY
The skills that keep you steady on duty can leave you feeling exposed with the people you love
From policing communities to guiding anglers, one deputy’s second act proves there’s life beyond the badge
Stock up at 5.11 Tactical, grab a free meal at Chili’s, and enjoy more deals honoring U.S. military and first responders
These stores and restaurants are showing their gratitude to law enforcement officers with an abundance of discounts
An officer’s moving tribute to those who’ve worn the badge and now face the quiet struggle of life after service
From TSA compliance to real-world durability, these lock boxes earn high marks for officers who need lightweight, secure storage that performs under pressure
Building a positive off-duty identity, like Sgt. Andre Thomas’ work as a Sea World dolphin trainer, is vital for long-term wellness in public safety.
On National Punctuation Day, test your knowledge of punctuation
Researchers have identified four common sleep disturbances experienced by public safety personnel
Bloodwork, CPAP therapy, supplements and nighttime routines can address hidden health issues that sabotage rest — and help officers sleep soundly again
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